Shifter Shimano XT I-spec EV SL-M8200-IR 12-speed

SL-M8200 is a DEORE XT 12-speed HYPERGLIDE+ shifter with a multi-shift function.

• I-SPEC EV mounting attaches to the brake lever for a neat handlebar setup.
• Fast and precise shifting.
• RAPIDFIRE PLUS and 2-WAY RELEASE.
• Shifts up to three gears with one lever movement.
• Optimized cable routing.
• Compatible with existing 12-speed systems.
• Model: SL-M8200-IR.
• Mount: I-SPEC EV (not compatible with I-SPEC II or I-SPEC B).
• Side: right.
• Number of gears: 12.
• Cable tension adjustment.
• Material: aluminium, GFRP.

Technologies

2-WAY RELEASE – the release lever can be pulled towards the shifter with the index finger, like a trigger, or pressed with the thumb, depending on the situation and preference.

RAPIDFIRE PLUS – a trigger-shifting system used by mountain bikers since 1985, designed for fast gear changes. Depending on the model, one lever movement can shift multiple gears. All RAPIDFIRE PLUS shifters, from DEORE to XTR, have the 2-WAY RELEASE function.

MULTI RELEASE – allows multiple gears to be shifted with one lever movement. It works in both directions and speeds up shifting.

I-SPEC EV – an integrated Shimano mounting system for brake and shifter levers, allowing for a tidy and ergonomic handlebar setup. The EV version has a wider adjustment range to help find the right lever position. The clamp, positioned further inboard, creates an additional support point on the handlebar and increases the rigidity of the lever unit.

HYPERGLIDE+ – a cassette and chain system for mountain bike drivetrains, designed for fast, efficient and smooth shifting across varied terrain. The system selects the optimal shift timing and helps adapt to rapidly changing terrain. According to Shimano, shifting time is reduced by one third compared with the previous HG system.